Homeskoolin' Volume 215, Tom Bukovac, "Orange Skin Blues"

[@bazilbrushrocks]

Those look like $200 glasses to me Tom!

[@501chorusecho]

These are just cheap Walgreens readers dude…the new ones take 2 weeks to get

[@kevindonohue8918]

​@@501chorusecho dude I'm in the glasses business. Tell me your script. I got ya. High end cool stuff

[@diogosalles3094]

"Low pickups sound like records, high pickups sound like bad youtube videos!" 😂 Homeskoolin' at its finest! Loved that!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Great message about learning songs without looking at someone is playing it. Learn by ears!

[@rabbirelax]

The dead stare @ 9:10, after doling out the most sage advice...LOL!

[@SooBahkJoel]

hahaha, that reminded me of a scene from Hot Tub Time Machine when Craig Robinson mentions the name of the movie and makes direct eye contact with the camera for moment.

[@charliebozza]

The dead stare at 9:11 is hilarious. As always, great content. Thanks for another great episode, Uncle Larry.

[@hollylewis5302]

🤣🤣🤣 I lol'd

[@bamgrok]

Oh totally His timing is off the hook

[@bamgrok]

I wonder if Tig Notaro has heard of him , she is the queen of dead pan and long silence 😂

[@charliebozza]

@@bamgrok haha I dunno but she should take notes

[@jmendi55]

He is a funny bastard

[@Aesop059]

Don't change a thing Tom. You are something we look forward to seeing and listening to. You're a top geezer mate.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Just introduction performance alone... amazing master class! Thank you!

[@seant13]

Uncle Larry, I’ve been playing for over 20 years, and someday I hope to be able to invoke one tenth of the emotion you do when you play. Those chords, man. You’re an incredible inspiration.

[@zworsham]

Just slays me when Buko drops a nugget of wisdom and just stares directly into my soul. Cracks me up every time

[@daveworsham4270]

Dave Worsham here. I sold Uncle my Sunn Coliseum amp back in 2019. Where are you located? I am in the Indianapolis area and 74 years old.

[@joeurbanowski321]

He cracks me up..! “ I gotta have the stick exactly 1 3/4”…” but then…” This one’s higher..but that’s ok “…!! Whaaattt..?? 🤣🤣🤣

[@markmcnamara4322]

your lessons are never too long. all the homeskoolers know.😊

[@DainisKaulenas]

I love the way the whammy detunes your chords when you start with it depressed as you hit the notes so they sound like they’re falling apart, then you release it and everything’s in tune. Hell then heaven.

[@93mshep]

When you're the one that has your comment acknowledged...your day is immediately better. Thanks for the vid Tom

[@Blazes_58]

That intro tune was fabulous , so colorfull, impressive uncle Larry !! ..

[@viewoftheaskew]

That opening jam was so awesome!!

[@rigelloar7474]

Uncle Larry is a servant of the music. He is a champion FOR the music (and the listener), and serves selflessly, with true caring, dedication, and devotion, and sends the music straight into your heart. REAL LOVE. . . . . . top that MFs !

[@deadpatriot8047]

Very well said friend

[@CaptainNoDoze]

If I had to describe Tom Bukovac with a single word it would be the word real. Real meaning that his demeanor is down to earth, humble and sincere, with a refreshing lack of pretension. There are as many life lessons here as there are music/guitar lessons.

[@ambntman4212]

Tom you kill me with your timing, both in playing and your dead pan humor! Thank you sir!

[@bamgrok]

He’s THE BEST

[@joebill663]

I dare say this is the highest concentration of love and positivity on a youtube comment section!! The world clearly still needs guitar heros!

[@RickMcCargar]

I'm an engineer. Never going to be a great guitarist. I enjoy the process of the hobby. Never wanted to make my hobby a job. Relearning to play after a couple strokes made it all the more precious. Every once in a while someone will mention some great guitarist who overcame some malady to be even better and that I have no excuse. Well, I wasn't good to start, lost the use of my left hand/arm for a decade. Feel blessed to be here...will die a guitar hack. I'm okay with that. Thanks for the forum to chat, Tom

[@taylormedia1000]

Tim Pierce tipped me off to your channel, and I’m so glad he did. Now I get up mid-morning, grab a coffee and check out what’s happening with you-a great way to start the day. Stay cool, bro.

[@jeffreyfincham8378]

I have been trying to steal the blues turn around that you played at 1:06 since I first heard you play it with Trapp! I got it now and thank you! Flipping awesome

[@ryanschramek322]

Many thanks uncle larry for being such a beacon of light to all of us working class guitar slingers...i may never see the mainstage, but everytime i learn something from ole tommy..it makes me feel accomplished as if the whole world was watching cheering me on.

[@scottgarrison9191]

Sitting outside alone on my break, and just exalted "OH" right when the first chords show up. Amazing! Thanks.

[@Drew_Gliebe]

Man, I love this channel. The Uncle Larry “get the f$&k off my lawn with that bulls$&t guitar method” is the best resource on the web.

[@kmajor44]

Love everything about you and your show Tom. I have rewatched a few of your vids 20+ times. God save Uncle Larry!!

[@BV_Beve]

Salut Tom ! love ya buddy ! and thanks for everything !

[@kathywilsonofficial]

I wish you and Marshall the best in the talent show! Thank you Tom! ❤️

[@akinfar]

Tom, your comedic timing is... insane. those deadpan looks and and silence are... perfect - thanks for making my day more enjoyable

[@josephperrigo7008]

Average Joe here👋🏼 all I’m saying is I really look forward toTom’s videos and certainly appreciate all of them. So chill Teddy

[@simondixon6761]

Your playing is flawless but I love your words of wisdom Tom!

[@andypeacockmusic]

I started coming here a few years back for the playing but as time goes on I’m coming here for the chatting. Power and respect to you Tom. Greetings from Brisbane Australia.

[@pauldavis5489]

850 bones! Sorry, I have had awful eyesight all my life and probably can guess to the dollar what you had to spend, Thanks to DNA! Glasses are always expensive but sadly we are very dependent on these contraptions for all the eye chart stuff that gets printed out there that is always at the wrong distance to focus on. It never fails, no matter what distance I am away from the reading material. Enough of that crap, Hey Thank you again for the amazing musical content. You Rock Uncle Larry! Tom, you are an amazing guitar player and have helped us through with your teachings and soullfull tunes. Have a great 4th with your boys!

[@stauffrt2]

You’re more thoughtful and humane dealing with the negative folks, than most could imagine ever being. Wonderful example Tommy.

[@craiger2399]

I got a Music City bridge for my 62 LP/SG Jr and it works perfectly. The guitar actually intonates well now, and sounds amazing. Awesome video and thanks for the gold on using the bar and the slide.

[@bryk3146]

By accident I stumbled onto this channel during the covid sessions day 1. I had no idea who this guy was/is. Ever since Tom has not only given us "free lessons" but most importantly has given me and others amazing insight into to his life while maintaining the most humble of attitudes. Thank u !

[@howabouthetruth2157]

Damn near every song/tune I ever learned ( I started in 1974 ), was totally by ear, listening to records & tapes, with the help of Budweiser beer. The beer literally helped me get the vibe & groove of all of those songs. ( I've always played & sang at the same time. Still do. )

[@philroselle1514]

Good luck to you and your Son at the talent show. You're such a great Dad!!

[@mikebalas-guitarwooster5067]

So fitting that you chose a Paul Simon tune to learn off a record. I just learned One Trick Pony and Nobody from the One Trick album! That recording, and many more of his songs are an exercise in harmonic excellence. Funny note to include in a message to you, a former Cleveland native is: when Richard and Paul, in the film of same name, are talking as Paul is bathing, the camera then looks out the window across Brookpark Rd. including the marquee of the hotel they’re in. On the marquee it reads “ Vince Harrison and the Naturals “. The band I was sideman with at the time. Playing at Joe Finan’s Four Seasons Lounge. Not long after I met your guru, Bubba and had the pleasure working with him and remaining friends to this very day. Sorry about the meandering grammatical extravaganza herein but a bit of Cleveland mini history. Love Home Skoolin’!!

[@deanoguitarguy2171]

Uncle Larry please just carry on doing what you do. Its appreciated.

[@gilbert7377]

You're the best Tom, thanks for everything you do

[@dmac-333]

the perfect uncle larry video. Has it all. cheers Tom.

[@slipbeat]

This channel is an example of how cool the internet could be. Bravo. I couldn't ask for a more unpretentious, wholesome, educational, and FREE content. Maybe perfect IS easy?

[@daviddixon7326]

Long time viewer, first time commenter, but thank you Uncle Larry. I love sitting across the table from you on YT, and soaking up your wisdom & humor. And by all means, go get Plexi Soul. I turned my wife onto it, and it never fails to set the mood, hubba hubba. It’s so good. I know, it’s only rock n roll, but I like it!

[@joeurbanowski321]

Excellent slide advice.!!👍🏼❤️

[@martycusack270]

That sounded sooo bloody good. I rode that whole wave. Thanx Dave.

[@1991LR]

Your music, teachings and way of seeing life are the best example of the benefits of technology for those of us who live thousands of kilometers from Nashville. Don't you ever change!

[@whittman22]

Uncle Larry! Firstly, thank you for everything! Your wisdom and guidance has brought new life to my passion of playing music. Secondly, back in late March I had the opportunity to go to Nashville (from Canada) to play on a project with Pat and Kalmusky at Oceanway and Curb. The whole experience was life changing, but Kalmusky dropped your name in a casual conversation and since then I've become a huge fan and follower of yours. It took 2 weeks to obsessively catch up on every single Homeskoolin' video. You're a massive inspiration Man and I hope I can buy you a Rolling Rock the next time I'm down there. I will be back LOL. Cheers!

[@Caperhere]

May I ask which part of Canada you’re from? There’s a woman in my town , in Nova Scotia, who has an audition next month in Nashville. It’s for singing.

[@whittman22]

@@Caperhere Sarnia Ontario, about an hour north of Detroit up the river.

[@mickgodwin5023]

Hey Tom... I'm from Uk (no idea who Teddy Boy is though! Lol) ... not sure if there was more, but can tell you that the comment you read out in this vid would not be considered as "going after someone" here ... In fact, I would have read that as a general conversation starter rather than a personal slight toward you... We British are WAY less filtered when we speak than Americans! ... I hope this helps diffuse any tension! ... Would also like to say that I think you're doing an amazing job with this channel, and honestly, I still enjoy all the content you share as much today as I did back in 2020 when you started... Not one bad video yet... May you long continue to find inspiration, both for your music and your channel!!! 🤘😊

[@marleenvos4126]

Another great episode, thank you for the vibrato wisdom!

[@MichaelAntus]

Always interesting, never boring. Thanks Uncle Larry. Much respect. "Never Leave Spontaneity to Chance"...

[@wonderingson]

love and respect from the canary islands. thanks for sharing your skills and wisdom with us.

[@stevemacinnis3414]

Uncle Larry, Outstanding teachings… demonstrations and practical helps… Love the helps and encouragements. Thanks muchly!

[@jonathangreen4833]

The good Uncle dropping knowledge in-between knowledge. "In many ways in life". Brilliant, as always. Uncle Larry always keeping us on our toes and learning. Thank you!

[@tonyshoe3131]

That opening tune always make me cry.

[@richlee5796]

One of the best teachers...thank you uncle Larry!

[@timchalmers1700]

Man, I love you. Thanks the lesson on vibrato bar, and pickup height, and ignoring the gear page, and practicing. You described exactly what seems intuitively obvious to me. But know-it-all big-mouths in other places spout off like they are the last word in everything. So thanks!

[@grgdavis2]

Soooo glad to have stumbled on to this KZbin channel back during the not-so-great distancing. Tommy Emmanuel was the first to truly leave me gobsmacked while watching/listening to him play....Uncle Larry is definitely on that very short list of musicians that ooze musicality when they play...that can bring me to tears or make me cheer as they do what they do sooooo well. Fan for life Uncle Larry...

[@zazoomatt]

Awesome as Always, a Lesson every 3 seconds. Opportunity Abound for This man !

[@cpres1980]

Tommy, the gretsch sounds so nice.. Super rad, thanks for makin these for us to learn from!

[@amsumanravih]

These videos are an amazing resource for guitarists, and so far it seems like every episode has at least one incredibly valuable diamond of essential knowledge or wisdom based on your experience.... Sometimes it's something you say directly, sometimes it's hidden in an aside/passing comment, but it's always there. And then there are videos like this one, where you're just kind of throwing handfuls of diamonds at us like a six-string slinging Oprah...

[@ashbournejunction573]

Tom.. thank you. You’re an inspiration to us all. I wear you homeskoolin shirts with pride! Thanks for the videos. Been watching since the beginning and am grateful for your time

[@TheRiverX]

Larry your the most musical guitar player in the universe!

[@TD-ir4wb]

I always feared I was making a mistake or something keeping pickups low. Everyone else's were way the hell taller. I would raise 'em to try again and always hate it and drop back down in the end. Guess I should have trusted my own ear the first time. Thanks for the affirming take on that topic & all you do and have shared with us here! Great player, teacher, and human being- that's you Tom.

[@501chorusecho]

thank you love...i appreciate these words

[@thomasmoxley4862]

My friend, English Phil, was a Teddy boy in Darby England. They were in between the mods and rockers. Huge James dean quiffes.

[@Adventuresingearland]

1:45 : Blimey Charlie, that chord right there with the vibrato. Covers the price of admission before you say a word, bravo Sir!

[@501chorusecho]

What price of admission??

[@davidturner9266]

Back in Black the most blood pumping songs of all times great solo Jim Breuer

[@stevie6423]

Great episode today. Thx Tom. They all help, but this one really helped.

[@JimPoston1]

Uncle Larry... I've been subscribed to the channel since the early beginning about volume six (6), early on when COVID had everyone locked down. I've always enjoyed your work and each volume you've posted. I'm sure you've been a big influence on many of the viewers as well. Thanks for stickin' to it and hangin' in through all the pains of life! P.S. Please make sure to post the session with you on drums and Marshal on guitar!

[@martycusack270]

You know I have been watching you since the beginning, it has been one of the most enjoyable times i’ve ever had! I sit with my guitar in my lap and guffaw every once in a while. Before you it was a Brit ( deltabluestips). What you’re doing is special. Back in the day you had to get around, you had to look for other guitar player and when you found them we were immediate friends. You would drive hundreds of miles to hear someone of you r quality. It’s this whole age we now live in. This Brit more than likely loved your vids at the beginning , then at some point he went sour man. I appreciate the fact you even tend to read some of mine, and reply. I never get to serious here unless I have a question concerning guitars and this is the place to go for people who love playing guitar. Thanks Dave, dug your vid today.

[@501chorusecho]

you got it Ken

[@denmar355]

Wow, what a cool song! Beautiful!

[@brandtschweikert1206]

Soooooo good as always Uncle Larry! Fabulous git fiddlin.

[@faithman2k]

“In many ways in life” Dude, I love your comedic timing. Thanks for the laugh.

[@tfacemyer]

That strat sounds sweet, Tom. Sound great as always dude.

[@salcasabianca]

Thank you for the whammy bar technique. Only over 40 years of playing. Learned something new.

[@theryanthiggins]

I'm one of the guys that asked about pickup height in the past. Thanks for answering. I'm also a fan of low pickups for similar reasons and wanted to hear your views on it. Another one that drives me batty is people obsessed with having all the pickups at the same height on a guitar. It makes no sense. I set mine where I like the sound of them and don't worry about whether they match each other except for similar volume.

[@amico78]

FANTASIA IN G.... amazing intro. Thnx

[@guitarhoarder1972]

hey Tom, long time viewer and fan ...I would like to chime in on the brian may comment. Brian may was playing his own music not trying to please every style of music like " uncle larry" does on a daily basis..brian may created a signature sound on his own for sure, but that guitar is not going to work for every style of music out there...being a studio player/session man one needs a broad pallet of tone at his disposal..this is why we search out the finest instruments we can find ...they all sound different ! I'm sure if Tom showed up with just one guitar for every session he would be in the bread line soon...also, he earned his money so who cares how many guitars he owns! thanks for what you are doing here on your channel Tom, I am one of your best students!!! honor roll shit! I also own over 100 guitars!! you can't build a house with only a hammer!!

[@JasonHobbsGuitarist]

Shit Tom, just hearing your Teddy comments, man you are amongst the guitar Gods in the world. I’ve never hung a pic of any guitar idol of mine on my wall before in 38 years of playing. I think I may have had a fold out pic of Stevie one time from an old guitar world magazine. Lol by the way, that 200th episode tribute Uncle Larry poster is the shit! 🤘 Brian May couldn’t hold a candle to you when it comes to guitar playing. He’s good but so one dimensional, unlike you. Just when I think I’ve heard it all from you, bam!! You come at us with another mind blowing soulful, original banger. P.S That Strat is 👌 Congrats on owing such fine instruments.

[@deke61sg]

You are a funny, funny man Buk! At 9:05 in the video; "I don't ever grab the thing like this, this is not what ya do. In many ways in life". Then the long pause staring at the camera. LMAO! I had to stop the video I was laughing so hard. Classic Bukovac. Love it.

[@ericgrauer9866]

Your pause at 9:15, so fracking good. I can’t thank you enough for doing what you do.

[@duncanfrere2656]

Glasses? $1500.00 for 3 sets of frames + tests and perscription. I used the whammy to wiggle and shimmer chords, and with a volume pedal, used it to play fake steel guitar in the variety band I was in for 27 years. I had a real early Paul Reed Smith, like from the 80s. Uncle Larry shows more musicality in 2 minutes on here than I demonstrated cumulatively in all of my 27 years on the bandstand. Talent is real, as is the lack of it. :-)

[@freddymclain]

that's a lovely piece. It started somewhere and went to interesting places.

[@TheOKEFENOKI]

I set up my "Tremolo" Bridges floating. Like Carl Verheyen. He calls it 'balanced Bridge'. When I pull up, the g-String goes up a minor third, the b-String goes up a whole step, and the high e-String goes up a half step. It's very musical that way, not a gimmick. I can bend up a G minor Triad to an A major Triad for instance. My Strats are pre CBS and they stay in tune, even when I go crazy with the Bar. I hold the Bar between my Ringfinger and Pinky like you. My Name is Tom too and I'm 53. I'm a Guitar Player for 40 years and watch your Videos for Inspiration. It works every time.😊 ✌

[@MattXScott]

Thank you sir for your videos and inspiration. Have a great weekend!

[@FaithHopeLove77]

Good stuff thanks Tom. Practicing daily again after a break.

[@tombain5220]

Love your cast. I've been playing so much more since I started watching. I used to be a session bass player in LA back in the late 70's. There were too many shitty whammy bar guitar players , I switched to bass.i stopped playing for a living in the late 90's. Love that opening song. Sweet

[@tsho5934]

Uncle Larry - love your videos. Helping folks get through the day - its much appreciated. Ignore the noise out there...if they have an issue w/you or your content they can go pound sand.

[@AMaj7Sharp5]

Tom, reach out with your feelings, yes you can smack down your haters with the success you've had, but keep growing, keep improving you have the gift. May the force be with you always.

[@scironworks]

I now love my juniors because of you telling me about the music city bridge. Thanks Uncle Larry 😁

[@grantandrews4826]

God DAMN that intro was one of my favorites yet.

[@bamgrok]

Thank you for the tips about the whammy . I will practice on not “grabbing “ lol …. My apologies..my mind was in the gutter a bit . I dig your style and need all the tips I can get 😀🎶🎸❤️❤️. Thank you for the laughs too. I was busting up ..” Teddy honey !” 😂😂😂

[@Caperhere]

So was his, lol. Allegedly.

[@brian91145]

Folks, this is what a professional sounds and plays like ! Love that buk!

[@stratomess]

While I'm no Uncle Larry, or even remotely close, when people comment positively on my playing at gigs or wherever, I generally say, well, I try to suck a little bit less everyday ;-) Thanks again Tom for all you do.......

[@stauffrt2]

I bought the Music City Les Paul special tail/bridge piece and it’s A+ gear.

[@RJCruz-uw6vf]

Uncle Larry the 3 years or so I’ve been watching you has helped my playing improve and I’m so grateful to have found homeskoolin your guitar playing has changed my approach and made me inspired to practice daily and really work on implementing the skills I’ve learned from you! Thank you for HS lessons. I’m looking forward to the new 11 song album from Guthrie and you. The black and white wearing pants #10 is so good I’ve watched it at least 20 times and have been working on playing it…also really looking forward to new Trip the witch and Plexi Soul projects? This current HS episode is excellent the wang bar and slide are areas I’m looking to improve upon and this was very helpful. Thanks again for what you’re giving us it’s appreciated greatly!

[@RJCruz-uw6vf]

One more thing I’m guessing the glasses cost you $649.32

[@stratdude56]

I have to remember to close my mouth at the end of you playing. you sir are exemplary

[@CoffeesMyBoy]

Bro thank you for sharing your knowledge. There is so much gold on this channel you got here.

[@TheGeniuschrist]

Uncle Larry gives you the straight dope and doesn't talk around it. Good on you, homie

[@martycusack270]

Thanks for the advice on working the “whammy bar”.